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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

S17 FONMOT history

S17 FON is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 31 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 125,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

S17 FON black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
125,166 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,819 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 FON
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 FON was last recorded at 125,166 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 3,090 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Jan 2018: 74,372 miles, lower than 96,202 miles on 7 Jan 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
122,076 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,090 miles
Average per year
6,819 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,166 miles
  • 2025 – 122,076 miles
  • 2024 – 115,851 miles
  • 2023 – 112,247 miles
  • 2022 – 110,776 miles
  • 2021 – 108,815 miles
  • 2020 – 106,718 miles
  • 2019 – 96,571 miles
  • 2018 – 78,337 miles
  • 2017 – 96,202 miles
  • 2015 – 63,412 miles
  • 2014 – 52,374 miles
  • 2013 – 42,046 miles
  • 2012 – 32,243 miles
  • 2011 – 22,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,166 miles
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear sub frame

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Covers fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,166 miles (+3,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    125,166 miles
    Test number
    825265036443
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear sub frame

  2. Pass122,076 miles (+2)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    122,076 miles
    Test number
    272226220269
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  3. Fail122,074 miles (+6,223)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,074 miles
    Test number
    835546162907
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  4. Pass115,851 miles (+3,604)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    115,851 miles
    Test number
    857607805853
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  5. Pass112,247 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    112,247 miles
    Test number
    321879253576
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  6. Fail112,247 miles (+1,471)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,247 miles
    Test number
    599459056888
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  7. Pass110,776 miles (+1,961)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    110,776 miles
    Test number
    101480181802
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  8. Pass108,815 miles (+2,097)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    108,815 miles
    Test number
    632406869460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,718 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    106,718 miles
    Test number
    705045716252
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN LOW (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTYRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT ON

  10. Fail106,718 miles (+10,147)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,718 miles
    Test number
    408138711311
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements AND REAR SPACING INCORECT (0.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN LOW (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTYRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT ON

  11. Pass96,571 miles (+18,234)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    96,571 miles
    Test number
    640916313654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,337 miles (+3,965)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    78,337 miles
    Test number
    619185248066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,372 miles (-21,830)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    74,372 miles
    Test number
    655194312770
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass96,202 miles (+32,790)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    96,202 miles
    Test number
    440356127637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,412 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    63,412 miles
    Test number
    453207032947
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slightly worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slightly worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slightly worn on edges
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  16. Fail63,411 miles (+11,037)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,411 miles
    Test number
    297567977812
    • FailureAir suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slightly worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slightly worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slightly worn on edges
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  17. Pass52,374 miles (+10,328)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    52,374 miles
    Test number
    775469374271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteScrew in o/s/r tyre

  18. Pass42,046 miles (+9,803)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    42,046 miles
    Test number
    606740993235
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyre treads worn on inner edges off side front worn on outer edge

  19. Pass32,243 miles (+9,273)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    32,243 miles
    Test number
    719564482280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    22,970 miles
    Test number
    887126681249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S17 FON

Does S17 FON currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 FON is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S17 FON?
The MOT on S17 FON is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 FON done?
S17 FON was recorded at 125,166 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 6,819 miles a year.
Has S17 FON ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 FON has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S17 FON ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Jan 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S17 FON find?
S17 FON passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: surface corrosion to rear sub frame.

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